Art Classes & Workshops
News from our art classes in Old Town Alexandria, including teacher interviews, videos from inside the classroom, and updates on teachers and students. Find out what's going on at the School and what class you want to take next!
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Winter Painting Retreat in the Bahamas Almost Sold Out
Posted on November 1, 2011 in Travel Workshops
“I think the Bahamas the best place I have ever found.” — Winslow Homer Has the approach of winter got you singing the blues? Escape the cold and gray and add some color to the season with The Art League’s upcoming travel workshop to the Bahamas this February. But don’t expect just a vacation. Read more →
Travel Tuesday: See What You’re Missing
Posted on October 25, 2011 in Travel Workshops
The Art League’s travel workshops have included trips to far-flung destinations including Barcelona, London, Provence, and the Bahamas, and more local spots such as Richmond. Apart from the potential for some sight-seeing, travel is a great way to find inspiration — just ask any of the instructors who have led workshops in the past: Read more →
Upcoming Classes and Workshops Still Have Space!
Posted on October 20, 2011 in Art Classes
Some fall term classes at The Art League still have spots open! Check below to see what sparks your interest, and don’t forget to check back before winter term — registration opens November 7. Classes by start date: 10/21: Basic Drawing with Jim Burford 10/23: Silver Jewelry with Michael Brehl10/24: Silver Jewelry with Gretchen Read more →
Travel workshops with The Art League: FAQs
Posted on October 18, 2011 in Travel Workshops
The Art League’s amazing travel workshops — including local day trips and international workshops in such locations as the Bahamas and Spain — are great ways to learn more about art and culture while globetrotting with expert instructors. Curious about joining us on the next expedition? We asked Travel Workshop Coordinator Margaret Cerutti for Read more →
Winter Break in the Bahamas with Susan Abbott
Posted on October 4, 2011 in Travel Workshops
With as cold as it’s been this week, everyone is going to be itching to escape somewhere WARM and sunny this winter. Now is the time to book your Winter Break to the Bahamas with internationally known artist Susan Abbott! From February 9-14, 2012, escape to Elbow Cay, a tiny gem amongst the islands Read more →
Did You Know The Art League has a Supply Store?
Posted on September 30, 2011 in Art Classes
The Art League’s non-profit, service based art supply store is truly unique. Not only is it one of the last few physical shops in the Washington, DC area where you can walk in and buy artists’ materials, but our store employees are knowledgeable, working artists who are ready and willing to guide you through Read more →